On-Song Jenkinson Eclipses Record.

A bumper turnout enjoyed a glorious October afternoon, at Rufford park, fuelled by a spectacular buffet Lunch: choice of liver & bacon casserole, chicken pie and steak and ale pie, 3 types of potato and all the trimmings. Unfortunately the smell proved too much for Hefter, who graciously declined after a late night ‘session’ at chez Hepburn.

Tuckwell Snr, Horsburgh Jnr and Jenkinson set off buoyed by news from the resident ‘starter’ that any areas with a ‘blue stake’ meant, pick ball out of said area and place near the fairway. Baker licking his lips as anything off the fairway seemed to have a blue stake around it. Away with the irons out with the big dogs! Jenkinson fearing the worst after 3 points in four holes listened to advice from the wily Tuckwell and slowed down for an immediate 3 point halfway lead. Horsburgh had trouble on the moss: horseshoeing a putt further past the hole than it started being the highlight. The tricky ‘island’ 17th also proved adventurous for Jason, 2 reloads after 2 water bound tee-shots. Although certainly not the last! Jenkinson powered home for a huge total and eagerly awaited the rest of the field.

Baker, debutant Hallam and early pace setter Daft were aiming to impress. Hallam dispatched a beauty in front of a hostile crowd. Baker weighed down by a heavy lunch portion and a coaching role struggled to get things going, it was left to Daft who led by 6 at the turn. Baker decided to play target golf on the back 9, unfortunately Horsey was the target! Although by Bobby’s admission he did shout! Baker fired the low 9 of the day to take the honours as Daft faded and Hallam completed his first 18 holes, well done Andy.

Horsburgh Snr, Tuckwell Jnr, Frame & Hefter were after a flyer although set off with the handbrake firmly on, due to battling demons on the short stuff, Hefter in particular struggling with his range on the short ones but managing to drain a 30 footer downhiller across the slope. Horsburgh provided the accuracy, unfortunately middling an oak from 15 yards. Tuckwell led by one at the turn. Frame struggling with his new irons. Three of the four managed to add to the balls in water count on the 17th, one more than once! Tuckwell sneaked home by one, although a touch more fortune would have left Hefter way clear.

Laddy, debutant Hoenigmann, Vin & Bangles brought up the rear. Vin once again struggled with the wand and 4 points in 5 holes left him contemplating his ladies around the County, this must have done the trick as he ‘mounted’ a strong finish. Ladd & Hepburn were tied at halfway. Hoenigmann brought his own skills to the fray more reminiscent of Stephen Hendry than Montgomery twice in succession cannoning off stray balls to finish inches from the pin. Levers & Bangles had a high noon shoot out that went to the death, once again Hepburn’s something extra, a can of pina colada! & Gin & Tonic, saw him home by one! Vin was the last to find a watery grave on 17, making a collated 12 for the day!

Jenkinson scooped all the accolades with a colossal 42 points: maiden tour victory, season high points tally and best turned out in the paddock. Hepburn (39) propelled himself back into contention. Ladd (38) finally delivering his potential, made up the places